⟲ 360° — drag meThe facts.
| Brand | LighTech |
|---|---|
| Part number | TEKA005 |
| Material | Ergal 7075 billet aluminium |
| Manufacturing process | Full CNC machining |
| Finish | Anodised — black, red or green |
| Adjustment type | External screw with laser-engraved scale |
| Fitment | Kawasaki ZX-6R / 636 / RR (2009–2026) |
| Recommended accessory | LighTech titanium axle nut D024 |
| Optional companion part | LighTech fork kit FTEKA005 |
DescriptionThe whole story▼
Machined from solid Ergal 7075 billet aluminium, the LighTech TEKA005 chain tensioner replaces the standard unit on the Kawasaki ZX-6R, 636 and RR with a component that is genuinely built to a higher standard — tighter tolerances, superior material rigidity, and the kind of fit-and-finish you would expect from a dedicated racing supplier.
Key Features
- Full CNC machining from Ergal 7075 billet aluminium delivers a strength-to-weight ratio that the OEM pressed-steel part simply cannot match.
- External screw adjustment lets you set chain tension quickly and precisely without disturbing the axle — ideal for trackday preparation where time matters.
- Laser-engraved scale on both sides guarantees perfectly symmetrical wheel alignment at a glance, eliminating the guesswork associated with standard alignment marks.
- Compatible with the full Kawasaki ZX-6R, 636 and RR range from model year 2009 through to 2026 — a single part covering over fifteen years of production.
- Available in black, red and green anodised finishes to complement your bike's livery.
- For optimum fitment, LighTech recommends replacing the standard axle nut with the lower-profile titanium axle nut D024 — available as a bundle variant.
- Compatible with the optional LighTech fork kit FTEKA005 for a complete swingarm upgrade.
Precision Engineering, Track-Proven Results
The TEKA005 is not a cosmetic upgrade dressed up as a performance part. Every surface you can see — and many you cannot — has been machined from a single billet of Ergal 7075, the aerospace-grade aluminium alloy chosen by competition teams for its exceptional tensile strength at minimal mass. The result is a component that holds adjustment under hard acceleration and repeated heat cycles far better than the factory part.
The external adjustment screw is the feature that separates this tensioner from cheaper alternatives. Rather than tapping on the axle or using a pry bar, you simply turn the screw to wind the wheel back and set tension to your preferred specification. Combined with the laser-engraved scale, matching left and right becomes a matter of seconds rather than minutes — exactly the kind of advantage that matters in a ten-minute trackday lunch break or a roadside chain replacement.
Installation Note
LighTech advises that installation of the TEKA005 is best carried out alongside a replacement of the standard Kawasaki axle nut with a lower-profile version. The LighTech titanium axle nut D024 is specifically recommended and is offered as a bundle option at the point of purchase. If you already have a compatible low-profile nut, the TEKA005 fits without further modification.
Fitment and Compatibility
This chain tensioner is designed specifically for the following models:
- Kawasaki ZX-6R — 2009 to 2026
- Kawasaki ZX-6R 636 — 2009 to 2026
- Kawasaki ZX-6RR — 2009 to 2026
Specifications
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | LighTech |
| Part number | TEKA005 |
| Material | Ergal 7075 billet aluminium |
| Manufacturing process | Full CNC machining |
| Finish | Anodised — black, red or green |
| Adjustment type | External screw, laser-engraved scale |
| Fitment | Kawasaki ZX-6R / 636 / RR (2009–2026) |
| Recommended accessory | LighTech titanium axle nut D024 |
| Optional companion part | LighTech fork kit FTEKA005 |
FitmentWhich bikes this fits▼
- Kawasaki ZX-6R / 636 / RR (2009–2026)
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